Jessie
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Jessie
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Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Afrikaans
Xhosa
Zulu
Specialties
Test PreparationBusinessHi :) I am a certified and experienced teacher with over 15 000 lessons on italki.
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Afrikaans
Xhosa
Zulu
Specialties
Test PreparationBusinessHi :) I am a certified and experienced teacher with over 15 000 lessons on italki.
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From South AfricaLiving in Other, South Africa (14:45 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Apr 2, 2013InterestsFoodMedical & HealthcareSports & FitnessPets & AnimalsEnvironment & Nature
Hello,
I'm a native English speaker from South Africa, and I've been teaching English online since 2012. I can help you with grammar, vocabulary, and exam preparation. I also enjoy having casual conversations and asking questions. I'm a curious person, so I'm happy to talk about almost any topic.
As a highly experienced teacher, I tailor my approach and materials to suit your individual needs
In my free time, I like hiking, cycling, gardening, doing yoga, surfing, and reading. Let's have a chat and explore new topics together! 😊Me as a Teacher
I like to customize my sessions based on what my students need, and I use online materials instead of relying on a set textbook. During our conversations, I'll gently provide corrections, both spoken and written, without disrupting the natural flow of our discussion. This way, learning feels more comfortable and fluid. One of my biggest assets as a teacher, is my curiosity and ability to come up with questions to keep you speaking.My lessons & teaching style
*Informal Tutoring:
Conversation practice (helpful for improving confidence and fluency) with corrections and feedback on areas such as; grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.
Materials: articles or videos.
*Exam preparation:
Focus on speaking and writing which includes samples of exam questions and detailed feedback and suggestions on how to improve.
*Grammar:
These sessions are to work on specific grammar structures such as; articles, conditionals, prepositions, verb tenses and word order.
*Vocabulary:
We can work on specific vocabulary such as descriptive language, idioms or phrasal verbs.
*Business Language:
We can get you feeling confident in business settings.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Teaching IELTS Exam Prep - BridgeTEFL USA - 2024A 20-Hour
reading and discussion-based course on
effective, current methodology for
teaching English to adult speakers of
other languages with emphasis given to
teaching in classrooms in countries
where English is not the dominant
language – an English as a foreign
language context.
In this Teaching IELTS course, trainees
gain a comprehensive understanding of
the IELTS exam, including the scoring
criteria and question types.
Certificate verified
20 Hour Teaching Business English Certificate - TEFL.CO - 202420 Hour Teaching Business English Course includes the following: The Business Arena, The Business English Learner, Business English Teaching Contexts and Opportunities, Assessing Needs, Teaching Business English Speaking Skills, Teaching Business English Writing Skills
Certificate verified
120 HOUR TEFL - i-to-i - 2012I have completed my 120 hour training in Teaching English as a Foreign Language.
This includes modules on: Classroom management, Teaching Grammar, Cultural Sensitivity, Giving Feedback and Learning New Language.
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2011 - 2015
Online English TeacherI taught both group and private lessons, both following a course or giving customized lessons. I managed to teach over 3000 lessons during my time at EF.
Education
2009 - 2012
Bachelor’s - Media, Communication & Culture
Work Experience
2013 - 2015
Teacher Quality AssessorI carried out quality assurance on teachers' performance, and provided training to improvement teacher and lesson quality
2022 - 2024
Yoga InstructorI have experience teaching yoga to a diverse range of individuals, including groups of 5 to 20 participants
2011 - 2012
Film editorI have experience working in media and film, shooting and editing film and TV productions.
5.0
Rating
1,336
Students
16.1k
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
588 lessons completed
USD 9.00+
General Conversation Practice
A1 - C2Conversation8,358 lessons completed
USD 11.83+
Package with 13% off
Grammar lessons
A1 - C2Language Essentials1,602 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 12% off
FCE, CAE, IELTS & TOEFLexam preparation
A1 - C2Test Preparation3,026 lessons completed
USD 18.80+
Package with 13% off
Job Interview Preparation & Business English
A1 - C2Business217 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 10% off
Vocabulary
A1 - C2Language Essentials1,079 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 13% off
Availability
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1,672 Reviews
Michael
76 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I've been taking lessons with Jessie for over 6 month now, and I'm extremly happy that I have found such a great teacher. Jessie's lessons are excellent, and I highly recommend them to anyone looking to improve their speaking skills, expand their vocabulary and enjoy the learning process.
Oct 26, 2024
gerhard
22 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
My one-on-one English class with Jessie was simply amazing! Her expertise and personalized approach made every session valuable. She explained grammar and vocabulary with clarity, boosting my understanding. Jessie's warm and supportive environment encouraged my growth. Her dedication and creative activities enhanced my proficiency. I highly recommend Jessie as an exceptional one-on-one English teacher. Thank you, Jessie, for the incredible learning experience!
Jun 9, 2023
Evi R
3 English lessons
It was again a productive and enjoyable lesson. Thank you.
Apr 16, 2025
Simon Künzli
122 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Whatever I come up with, you are always capable to explain every detail accurately and with great educational patience. You tailor each lesson meticulously and if necessary spontaneously to me need. Your skills as a teacher impresses me in every class. Thanks for being my teacher for years and dozens of hours
Aug 9, 2023
vincenzo
1 English lesson
I’m really grateful to have such a wonderful teacher.
She’s incredibly professional, supportive, and always ready to help with patience and kindness.
Her lessons are clear, engaging, and motivating.
Thanks to her, I’m making great progress and I enjoy every moment of learning.
I truly recommend her to anyone who wants to learn and grow with a fantastic teacher!
Apr 21, 2025
Evi R
3 English lessons
Thank you Jessie for the corrections. It was a pleasure to meet you. See you soon.
Apr 14, 2025
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